CVE-2021-24009
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CVE-2021-24009 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Multiple improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command vulnerabilities (CWE-78) in the Web GUI of FortiWAN before 4.5.9 may allow an authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying system's shell via specifically crafted HTTP requests.. EPSS estimates a 1.46% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Multiple improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command vulnerabilities (CWE-78) in the Web GUI of FortiWAN before 4.5.9 may allow an authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying system's shell via specifically crafted HTTP requests.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet | Fortiwan | <= 4.5.8 |
References
- https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-21-060Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-21-060Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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